I notice that both of you are on the west coast, while I am on the east coast. I remember on the AVS Forum that there was some talk of pricing differences on VIZIO TVs between the two coasts. Seems that the western Costcos sometimes have sales that don't reach the east. Oh well, I am happy with my FZ18 at the $330 price. Now if the weather would get nicer so that I can give it a real outdoor test.